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Carotenoids are a group of antioxidant pigments that give fruits and vegetables their colors. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. No supplement is intended to treat, cure, or prevent disease. GMVozd / Getty Images While more extensive research is necessary regarding effectiveness, astaxanthin is sometimes used to treat various health conditions. Free radicals can damage components (parts) within the body, including the hereditary materialDNA....

Astepro contains an antihistamine, while Flonase is a steroid medication. The effects of the two medications are similar, but they work differently. Astepro blocks histamines, while Flonase decreases inflammation in the nasal passages. dmphoto / Getty Images What Is Flonase? Flonase (fluticasone propionate) is a nasal spray that contains acorticosteroid. Corticosteroids help reduce inflammation in the nasal passages. This helps relieve symptoms like nasal congestion and runny nose. Non-prescription Flonase is used to treat the symptoms of nasal allergies....

This article discusses how you know you are having an asthma attack. If youve had asthma for a while, you probably know what an asthma attack feels like. Your chest may feel tight, like something is pressing on it. Javier Zayas Photography / Getty Images you might have a hard time getting your breath. Difficulty getting air in could cause you to feel light-headed.Many people have mild symptoms that are bothersome but treatable....

Asthmais a chronic condition that impacts the airways of the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. If asthma isn’t diagnosed and treated, it can cause serious and potentially life-threateningcomplications. Without a diagnosis, appropriatetreatmentand care can’t be accessed. Zoe Hansen / Verywell In addition, transportation and childcare expenses associated with getting to the pharmacy can add up quickly. They should be equipped to provide you with a referral for accessible care....

If you have asthma, summer can be a difficult season. Heat and humidity can affect your airways, with hot air causing them to tighten and narrow. This diminishes air quality and often triggering asthma symptoms. Brianna Gilmartin / Verywell This effect occurs regardless of thetype of asthmayou have. If you haveallergic asthma, you may find managing your asthma to be especially challenging in the summer. The same is true if you haveexercise-induced asthmaand tend to be more active outdoors during the summer....

Asthmaitself is associated withhigh blood pressure. It’s also possible for asthma medications like albuterol to raise blood pressure. Whilehypertension medications can worsen asthma symptoms, asthma medications usually don’t induce or worsen hypertension. sturti/Getty Images However, there are certain risk factors that may pose some related concerns, including severe heart disease. Does Asthma Medication Raise Blood Pressure? Your healthcare provider will treat your asthma with the medication that is most likely to control your breathing issues....

The range of possibilities is wide, from oral thrush to nervousness to glaucoma. When used regularly, they help decrease the frequency and severity of asthma attacks. However, they will not relieve an attack once it has started. Verywell / Laura Porter Systemic effects tend to be more severe and are typically associated with long-term use. Rinsing and gargling after use may also prevent hoarseness and oral thrush. The same can occur when either bang out of beta agonist is used excessively....

If you haveastigmatism, your vision may be blurry and distorted instead of sharp and crisp. While many people have this condition to some degree, it can affect some more severely than others. Living with astigmatismcan be confounding, with blurry vision at both near and far distances. FG Trade / Getty Images In some cases, straight lines may appear wavy or distorted. Terms to Know All astigmatism is not the same....

Toner and astringent: at first blush, they seem nearly identical. What separates a toner from an astringent? Why should you choose one product over the other? Petri Oeschger / Getty Images Petri Oeschger / Getty Images What Is Toner? Toneris a water-based skin care product. Glycerin and other humectants are typically prime ingredients in toners. They can help hydrate the skin and leave it feeling softer and smoother. These cosmeceutical ingredients can help improve skin texture, brighten complexion, and even out skin tone....

Athlete’s foot(tinea pedis) is a common fungal infection of the feet. It is often found between the toes and on the soles of the feet. Fortunately, many home remedies and antifungals treat it. FotoDuets/ Getty Images Some are stronger and work faster than others, with antifungals being the most effective and acting the quickest. This article explains different treatments for mild athlete’s foot and how to keep it from recurring....

Ativan (lorazepam) is typically prescribed for treating anxiety. Less often, it is used to help reduce nausea and vomiting due tochemotherapy. Use of Ativan During Chemotherapy The most common side effect of chemotherapy is nausea and vomiting. Westend61 / Getty Images There are many treatments that can help reduce this side effect. During and following chemotherapy, some people value the mild drowsiness this medication can cause. While Ativan can be effective, it should not be taken alone as an anti-nausea drug....

Ativan is used to relieveanxietyand insomnia, while Klonopin is used to control certain types ofseizuresand relievepanic attacks. Klonopin is available only in IR tablet form. Luis Alvarez / Getty Images What Is Ativan? Luis Alvarez / Getty Images Brand-name Ativan, containing the active ingredient lorazepam, belongs to the BZD drug class. This medication is typically administered to adults and adolescents 12 years and older. Generic lorazepam comes in an IR tablet or injection form....

Atonic colonoccurs when there is a lack of normal muscle tone or strength in thecolon. Also, known as lazy colon or colon stasis, it may result in chronicconstipation. Atonic colon is essentially a “vicious circle” phenomena. Brook Rieman / Moment / Getty Images It is also known as congenital megacolon. The Science Behind It In many ways, atonic colon is an example of classical conditioning. This causes low muscle tone, which results in an atonic colon....